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This bill, the Electric Vehicles for Underserved Communities Act of 2021, aims to increase the deployment of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in low-income communities and communities of color. The bill defines key terms like "electric vehicle," "electric vehicle charging infrastructure," and "underserved or disadvantaged community." It requires the Secretary of Energy to conduct an assessment of the state of EV charging infrastructure in these communities and submit a report to Congress. The bill also establishes the "EV Charging Equity Program" to provide technical assistance and competitive grants to eligible individuals and entities for projects that increase the deployment and accessibility of EV charging infrastructure in underserved or disadvantaged communities. Additionally, the bill directs the Secretary to ensure that relevant Department of Energy programs promote EV charging infrastructure, support clean and multi-modal transportation, and prioritize the needs of underserved or disadvantaged communities.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/507/all-info